My nephew has a cheap Yamaha pedal that came with a beginner drumset. I'm looking for a decent upgrade as a Christmas present. The one he has now is junky. It looks like it is wrapped in felt that's coming apart and it has a belt instead of a chain. He's 12 years old, and doesn't need a DW9000. He is just learning to play basic rock beats, nothing fancy. I want him to have something decent to use to keep him on the right track. I'm looking to spend around $125.00 or LESS. If you have any suggestions, please send them my way! Thanks!

Pearl Eliminator is around $120. Probably your best bet, has all the bells and whistles, will last a long time. The DW 3000 is a solid pedal, can be had for under $100. The new Mapex P710 is around $70.

Pearl Eliminator is around $120. Probably your best bet, has all the bells and whistles, will last a long time. The DW 3000 is a solid pedal, can be had for under $100. The new Mapex P710 is around $70.

IMO pedals, cymbals, and a snare are where you should not skimp. I got my Iron Cobra used for $80 and I've seen plenty of used Eliminators under $100. Just keep your eye out and something will show up.

The next level of good pedals will be in the $175+ range (Iron Cobra, DW5000 and 8000, Taye Metalworks, etc.)

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You can add the Mapex Falcon, very good quality pedal, it also comes with a strap (if you wish to swap with the double cain), 2 different cams (glide & pursuit), interchangeable beater weights (10g & 20g) and it has all the mordern adjustements. You can even fit a direct drive system (option, at extra cost).

You can add the Mapex Falcon, very good quality pedal, it also comes with a strap (if you wish to swap with the double cain), 2 different cams (glide & pursuit), interchangeable beater weights (10g & 20g) and it has all the mordern adjustements. You can even fit a direct drive system (option, at extra cost).